Benefit Ride Turns Tragic for Deputy

A tragic twist unfolded during a benefit ride for Deputy Rodney, who was shot last month—another officer was critically injured when a vehicle collided with him on his motorcycle. The incident, occurring on Highway 13 in Columbia around 11 AM, has sent shockwaves through the community, especially as the event was meant to support Deputy Rodney’s recovery. He remains hospitalized, and Richland police are now focusing on both his care and the new emergency. The outpouring of community support for the deputy was heartwarming, but this accident casts a dark shadow over a day meant to uplift. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4c56ed90c407723b